Cranky Cold War Vet

According to a new study, California has about 18,000 fewer fast-food jobs than if its $20 minimum-wage law had never passed. wsj.com/opinion/califo…

I honestly could not be more impressed with my drunk piggy bank shopping that I totally forgot about until it turned up today.

"Japan has deployed the Yoroi Reactor, a sealed, shipping container-sized microreactor, in remote communities... Using molten salt cooling and low-enriched uranium, the reactor features passive safety systems and no meltdown risk. Two units are already operational in Hokkaido."

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At the time of the Battle for Guadalcanal in '42 the USN only had 6 oil tankers for it's whole Pacific fleet. Many tankers had been moved to the Med to support Operation Torch. The logistics of that fight and how they were overcome is an unheralded part of that fight.

Long before Caesar and empire, Rome had kings. But in 509 BC, the Romans did something radical; they overthrew monarchy and swore never to return to it. The Founders saw this as the original republican revolt. That spirit echoed into Philadelphia in 1776. Let’s dive in. 🧵#AmRev

A crowdfunding campaign only needed three days to reach the target for the first stage of a fundraising effort to help relocate a rare Imperial Japanese Navy N1K2-J Shiden-Kai that has been on exhibit in a deterioriating facility in Ainan, Japan. The Shiden-Kai was an advanced…

No difference between this and having your steak served from a smoky briefcase with sparklers. @eatinglasvegas @ashtheattorney

Who knew Coldplay was the hook up concert to go to.

Hotels scamming people for smoking when they didn't.

PBS should have picked up Modern Marvels and the other History Channel shows we used to watch several episodes at a time. That would have broadened their appeal

To understand the soul of the American Revolution, you need to understand Cicero. He wasn’t just a Roman statesman, he was a moral compass across the centuries. To the Founders, Cicero embodied liberty, virtue, and the Republic itself. Let’s dive in. 🧵🇺🇸 #AmRev

Ukraine getting TLAMs is huge. The Ukrainians could hit some valuable targets.

My ten year old self would be really proud of the first aid supplies I have available. I have those zip tie bandages so I can stitch myself and I have blood clotting powder. I do need another Israeli trauma bandage and some calcium alginate dressing for gunshot wounds.

Cooking Tip If you have the time make up your meatloaf and put it in the loaf pan at least the night before. Letting the flavors and all mingle for some time makes for a tastier meatloaf. Also always put sautéed in the mix. Onions are great at bringing out beefiness.

The Founding generation didn’t just win a war, they built a republic with wisdom, discipline, and statesmanship. Washington, Jefferson, Adams, Madison, they debated fiercely, but prioritized the Republic. We’ve forgotten how rare that is. Let’s dive in. 🧵🇺🇸 #AmRev

That’s fascinating anon. I’ve never met a man with such encyclopedic knowledge of obscure facts about the cavalry regiments of the Prussian Army.

The American Revolution wasn’t won by a standing army. It was won by farmers, blacksmiths, and shopkeepers who picked up their muskets and answered the call. The Founders called them militias. We might call them neighbors. Let’s dive in. 🧵🇺🇸 #AmRev

Boxer RCT30 is a useful IFV, but it can also be configured for the Deep Reconnaissance Strike role. Instead of carrying infantry, the rear compartment is fitted with C2 consoles and screens enabling UAS operators to launch and fly drones from under armour, It can direct artillery…